Sydney

Cheap Car Rentals in Sydney from AED 70

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Sydney with a pick-up date of 12/7 and drop-off date of 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Sydney car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Sydney. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 June 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.78

Average price per day

AED 148

Cheapest price per day

AED 70

Popular car types in Sydney

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Sydney and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 10 June 2026.

At AED 70/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Sydney in the past week. Out of 46 car hire agencies operating in Sydney, there are, in total, 114 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

AED 131+

Compact

Compact

AED 78+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 70+

SUV

SUV

AED 188+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 180+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 185+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 306+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 81+

Best car rental deals found in Sydney

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Sydney. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Sydney with an average daily rate of AED 149. Data was last updated on 10 June 2026.
Mercedes-Benz A-ClassAED 70/day
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Honda FitAED 78/day
4
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit
Infiniti QX50AED 81/day
5
4
M
A/C
Infiniti QX50

Cheapflights insights for Sydney car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Sydney, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Sydney?

Book your car hire in Sydney 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 136/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 229% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Sydney?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Sydney is Thrifty (rated 8.8/10 with 6 reviews). Avis (rated 8.5/10 with 4 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sydney?

Planning to hire a car in Sydney? June is the cheapest month, costing about AED 110 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 195. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 147

February

AED 158

March

AED 151

April

AED 158

May

AED 125

June

AED 110

July

AED 158

August

AED 143

September

AED 143

October

AED 169

November

AED 154

December

AED 195

What car do most people hire in Sydney?

SUV cars (Subaru Forester or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sydney. Full-size cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Sydney?

Avis has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. East Coast Car Rentals has the second-highest number of locations in Sydney at 2.

Top rental agencies in Sydney

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sydney known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sydney. Reviews were last updated on 10 June 2026.

Thrifty

8.8
Very Good
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Avis

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

East Coast Car Rentals

7.5
Good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

8.0

CarHood

1 location

Distinqt Car Hire

1 location

Alpha

1 location

Atlas Car & Truck Rental

2 locations

Yesaway

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Sydney, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Sydney?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 148/day when booking a car hire in Sydney. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 87/day from YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sydney for a week from Budget?

    Budget is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Sydney. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about AED 981 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Sydney?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Sydney it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Sydney for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Sydney can be found for AED 4,204. You can find car rental deals for AED 140 a day on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Sydney for a weekend?

    AED 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Sydney, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Sydney, then opt for a Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as AED 0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Sydney

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sydney. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Sydney. Deals were last updated on 10 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sydney. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 17+).

Electric

Electric

AED 46+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 18+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 17+

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